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JazzWorld Positions Pakistan’s Digital Economy on the Global Investment Stage

JazzWorld, represented by a delegation led by CEO Aamir Ibrahim, participated in the IMF–World Bank Spring Meetings in Washington, where it advanced Pakistan’s digital and economic agenda through engagements with senior leadership from the International Monetary Fund, World Bank Group, and International Finance Corporation.

The engagements included a series of high-level bilateral meetings and multilateral discussions focused on the role of digitalization in strengthening macroeconomic resilience, expanding financial inclusion, and accelerating investment into next-generation digital infrastructure.

These interactions brought together policymakers, development finance institutions, and private sector leaders to examine how data-driven ecosystems and emerging technologies can support more inclusive, transparent, and sustainable economic growth. Discussions also explored pathways to mobilize private capital into high-impact sectors such as fintech, cloud, and connectivity—critical enablers of Pakistan’s long-term competitiveness.

On the sidelines of the Spring Meetings, discussions took place with U.S. government stakeholders and leading think tanks, including the Atlantic Council, where conversations focused on Pakistan’s economic outlook, reform trajectory, and the role of digital infrastructure in enhancing investment attractiveness and driving long-term growth.

JazzWorld also participated in the Pakistan Conference at Harvard Business School, highlighting Pakistan’s evolving digital landscape and its potential to deliver economic value at scale.

In parallel, engagement with Pakistan’s economic leadership also took place to align private-sector investment with national reform priorities and support a more coordinated approach to digital and economic development.

Commenting on the engagements, Aamir Ibrahim said, “Digitalization is no longer a sectoral priority but central to macroeconomic resilience, investment competitiveness, and inclusive growth. Pakistan is well placed to leverage its digital infrastructure to expand financial inclusion, enhance transparency, and unlock private capital at scale. Engagements like these are critical to aligning on emerging priorities and ensuring that markets like Pakistan can fully participate in an increasingly digital, investment-driven global economy.”

These engagements at the IMF–World Bank Spring Meetings underscore the importance of public- private collaboration in advancing Pakistan’s transition toward a more digital, inclusive, and investment-driven economy, aligned with broader national development priorities.

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Health minister orders probe into Sindh MDCAT complaints

ISLAMABAD:Federal Minister for Health Syed Mustafa Kamal has taken notice of alleged irregularities in the Medical and Dental College Admission Test (MDCAT) held in Sindh and ordered a comprehensive inquiry into the complaints.

According to official sources, the minister directed a five-member committee, including the President of the Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC), to conduct a transparent investigation and submit its report within 15 days.

The committee has been tasked with examining the complaints and reviewing the circumstances surrounding the alleged irregularities during the examination, sources said.

The minister directed the committee to complete the inquiry within the stipulated timeframe and present its findings for further action in accordance with the applicable rules.

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CDA chairman directs faster work on Expressway East project

ISLAMABAD: Capital Development Authority (CDA) Chairman Sohail Ashraf has directed officials to accelerate work on the Islamabad Expressway Service Road East project while ensuring strict compliance with approved designs and construction standards.

During an inspection of the project on Saturday, the chairman reviewed progress and was briefed on ongoing works and the next phase of development.

He directed the project director and relevant departments to maintain continuous field monitoring and quality control and ensure effective traffic management to minimise inconvenience to commuters.

The chairman described the Expressway East project as an important infrastructure scheme for improving connectivity, traffic flow and road capacity in the capital. He also stressed that construction quality should not be compromised in efforts to meet the project timeline.

During the visit, he was also briefed on an ongoing enforcement operation against unauthorised and illegal construction along the Islamabad Expressway.

According to the CDA, 377 buildings have been identified for action, including 281 commercial structures. So far, 58 buildings have been sealed, while 124 buildings between Sohan and Khanna bridges have been marked for demolition.

The authority said Rs234.685 million had been recovered through land-use conversion, unauthorised construction and de-sealing charges. Around Rs3 billion remained recoverable under applicable regulations in connection with land-use conversion and violations relating to unauthorised construction, setbacks, floor area ratio and covered area.

The chairman directed the relevant departments to ensure strict enforcement of building-control and land-use regulations, particularly mandatory fire-safety requirements.

The enforcement operation is being conducted by the CDA’s Building Control Section and Enforcement Directorate in coordination with the district administration and Islamabad police.

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GB ministers call on Governor Kundi

PESHAWAR: Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Faisal Karim Kundi on Saturday held a meeting with a delegation of Gilgit-Baltistan ministers at the Governor’s House here and discussed the country’s political situation and other matters of mutual interest.

The delegation comprised Gilgit-Baltistan Minister for Local Government and Rural Development Zulfiqar Ali Murad, Minister for Health Iqbal Hassan and Minister for Education Aman Ali Ameer.

During the meeting, the two sides exchanged views on the prevailing political situation in the country and various issues of mutual interest. They also discussed the recent elections in Gilgit-Baltistan and the Pakistan Peoples Party’s success in the polls.

The visiting ministers were taken on a tour of the Governor’s House. Governor Kundi presented them with traditional shawls and caps.